Half Day Cultural and Historical Private Tour in Palenque

Cartagena, Colombia
Duration5h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

This 'Freedom Tour' of San Basilio de Palenque is ideal if you want to deepen and learn about the culture and history of Colombia, San Basilio was one of those fortified communities called “palenques”, which were founded by runaway slaves as a refuge in the 17th century, you will enjoy this tour with an expert local guide and you will visit a variety of places that demonstrate how the distinctive African culture has been maintained for centuries.

Learn about traditional music and dance, folk medicine, and the unique language of Palenque.

What's included

  • Hotel pick-up
  • tour guide
  • Lunch
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Private transportation
  • round trip transportation
  • bottled water

What to expect

  1. San Basilio De Palenque
    3h
    Palenque de San Basilio was one of those fortified communities called “palenques”, which were founded by runaway slaves as a refuge in the 17th century, becoming a unique cultural space. Its cultural space encompasses social, medical, and religious practices, as well as musical and oral traditions, many of which have African roots.
  2. Monumento a Benkos Bioho
    30m
    Learn about the founding and history of the first free land in America.
  3. 1h · Admission ticket included
    Restaurant
  4. Cartagena
    1h
    Arrival in Cartagena to leave the client at their hotel or meeting point

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

The tour guide will ask for the client in the lobby of his hotel

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The trip from Cartagena to Palenque is one hour.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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